English Explanatory Dictionary

E-Prime

English dictionary entry

Meanings

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  1. A modified form of English that eliminates the verb be and thus avoids the passive voice, intended to reduce the dogmatism of language and the likelihood of misunderstanding and conflict.

Word forms

E-Prime

Etymology

Clipping of English-Prime. Coined by its inventor, D David Bourland, Jr. (1928-2000).

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